Tama-Chan: We had a terribly sad day yesterday. Everything started out well, but #1 got a call from our neighbour, Ms. N, just before noon, saying there was something very wrong with their kitty, our buddy Manoush. #1 immediately cancelled her lunch appointment and rushed Manoush to their vet with Ms. N (Ms. N doesn't drive and her daughter who lives with her, Ms. C, is on the waiting list for a heart/lung transplant).
We were all hoping that it was an accident, something that could be put right, but very worried by the fact that Manoush seemed to be paralysed in the hind legs. And then, the verdict came from the vet, a blood clot had blocked flow to the whole lower part of the body leaving sweet Manoush paralysed and incontinent, and in a lot of pain. There was sadly nothing to be done but help him across the Bridge. #1 took Ms. N back to the vet's so they could both say their goodbyes, and they brought home Manoush whom #1 buried in their garden. He was only seven years old.
Manoush, I know I screamed like a banshee every time you came anywhere near the house, but you were part of our extended family and we will all miss you. Run Free, Buddy.
Baby Manoush when he first appeared in the neighbourhood:
Manoush The Hunter:
Manoush at the window, making me scream…
Manoush napping on his tractor:
Our last pic of Manoush, taken two weeks ago:
OH noes - Hugs to everyone involved - He looked a very handsone little kitty!
ReplyDeleteI did wonder if anything had happened to the Chans - Glad you are all ok though!
So sorry to hear that your neigbor Manoush have left to the bridge :(
ReplyDeleteSending lots of huggies to Ms. N and Ms. C
XOXO
I am SO sorry for your neighbors. :-( I hope they realize there was nothing more they could do for poor Manoush - this blood clot that happened to him can happen to any kitty and when it does, there is nothing to do but help him out of his misery. I've heard it happen to a couple of other cats who my human is friends with, and it's always very sudden and sad.
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry for your neighbours for the loss of Manoush. Sudden passings are the hardest ,especially in a young kitty.
ReplyDeleteWe are glad #1 was there to help.
We send comforting purrs to his family.
Purrs Georgia and Julie,
Treasure and JJ
We're sad to read those news about Manoush ! We're sorry for your neighbors and send them comforting purrs and gentle headbutts. It was very kind of #1 to help them. Purrs
ReplyDeleteWe are very sorry to read about handsome Manoush, and to happen in one so young too.... Äiti too has seen a cat with this (saddle thrombosis?) but luckily then the kitty was not in pain but the outcome was the same. There is nothing that can be done. It was good, however, that #1 was there to help quickly.
ReplyDeleteRun free Manoush xxx
I am so sorry for the sad news. Manoush was a very sweet looking kitty. Please give my purrs to his family and mum sends her condolences.
ReplyDeleteHi Manoush. Fly High and Run Free. In the rainbow bridge all our kitties will be there to run with you.
ReplyDeleteWe are so, so sorry to hear that sweet Manoush had to leave. We all send purrs, hugs and love to that very special family.
ReplyDeleteWe're sorry to hear that your friend Manoush has gone to Rainbow Bridge but although it must have been so hard for your friend it was the kindest act to save him from more suffering. He was such a handsome mancat and it was sad he had to leave them too soon.
ReplyDeleteLuv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
We are so sorry to hear about your friend. Your #1 is a wonderful neighbor to help out your friends family that way.
ReplyDeleteOh no....please let Ms. N and Ms. C know that we are sending all of you purrs.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to read this. :(
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that your neighbor has someone like your mum who will drop everything to rush them to the vet. We are so sad to hear that the outcome wasn't better though.
ReplyDeleteAww. Jeeez. Rest in peace. Thank you for helping to rush him to the vet so that he didn't have to suffer long.
ReplyDeleteSo sad...seems like that family has too much tragedy. The Poupounette gang are angels sent to help them. Your kindness is inspiring. God speed Manoush!
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We are so sorry to hear about Manoush. Hugs to his family and friends.
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I am so sorry to hear the sad news. Manoush was a gorgeous kitty and I know his family and extended family will miss him so much. Run free little one
ReplyDeleteManoush looks like a good kitty, and beautiful. Me & Mom are so sorry. Rest in peace Sweet Manoush.
ReplyDeleteMany Hugs & Purrs to Manoush 's fameowly & yours
xoxo
God speed, precious Manoush. You are free from pain and suffering. Your life force is now a part of the universe; part of beautiful sunrises, warm soft breezes and the stars in the heavens.
ReplyDeleteThose who are remembered never really die.
#1, you are really an extraordinary person and friend. God bless you.
Please give our condolences to those whom Manoush leaves behind.
We are so very sorry to read the sad news. Manoush was a beautiful cat. We're so glad #1 was there to help him and his family. We send comforting purrs to Manoush's family.
ReplyDeleteHow sad! We are thankful that #1 did her best to get him to the vet and then get Ms N there too so she could say farewell.
ReplyDeleteFarewell Manoush.
Oh we are so sorry to hear about Manoush. Purrs to his family.
ReplyDeletePlease give our condolences to lovely Manoush's family. So sad!
ReplyDeleteSending purrs to all of you.
Rest in Peace Manoush.
ReplyDelete*bows head in honor*
Cory and family
How sad. Poor Manoush! And his poor family! He looked like a beautiful kitty, and I am sure he was very much loved.
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Mommy and I must have written on FB instead but truly it saddens her terribly and me as well when a kitty runs off to the Bridge. Precious beautiful baby I am so grateful #1 was there to help so quickly. Manousch was saved untold pain. Rest peacefully dear little one till your parents see you again.
ReplyDeletePoor baby. We are glad though, that Manoush had those who loved him around him in the end. And that he didn't suffer needlessly. Rest in peace dear-heart.
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#1 Please send my condolences to Manoush's parents.
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Kelly
Please send our deepest sympathies and our loving thoughts to them. This is exactly how we lost Ryker 4 years ago this fall. It's sudden, shocking, devastating. We had the hardest time deciding what to do for him - and had just decided to let them help him to the Bridge when he passed away. From totally normal to ... gone... in 4 hours.
ReplyDeleteOh how we feel their pain!!!! PLEASE send them our love!